The Gardner School·Naperville, Illinois
Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities while providing nurturing guidance to support children's emotional and behavioral development. Maintain a clean, safe classroom environment and foster positive, supportive relationships with families and team members.
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We have an exciting opportunity for Assistant Infant Teacher working in our State-of-the-Art facility. At The Gardner School of Naperville North, we believe learning begins with love — for children, for teaching, and for making a difference. Join our passionate, professional team in our state-of-the-art preschool, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated every day.
Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities that align with each child’s developmental needs.
Offer nurturing guidance that supports each child’s emotional and behavioral development.
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School’s core values: Children First, Trust, Innovation, and Make a Difference
Maintain respectful, supportive relationships with parents and families.
Ensure a clean, organized, and safe classroom by supporting daily routines, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
Collaborate with teaching team members and school leaders to ensure consistency and support across classrooms.
Uphold a professional, team-oriented mindset at all times.
Competitive Pay: The starting pay range is $16.55-$20.48 per hour, based on education and experience
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; childcare tuition discount; paid holidays; and professional development opportunities
Career Growth: Ongoing professional development and training, opportunities for advancement within our growing organization, and a supportive, mission-driven culture.
• 1+ years of experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
The Gardner School extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law.
Market context
In Illinois, assistant infant teacher openings are often driven by steady demand for early childhood staff who can support infants and toddlers in licensed settings. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for a high school diploma, prior experience with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, and current or soon-to-be-obtained CPR/First Aid certification, plus the physical ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience with infant care and certification status before applying.